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Mayer vs Arrow

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mayer Rank #1,834
Arrow Rank #1,674

Arrow is more popular, ranked #1674 vs #1834 for Mayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayer or Arrow more popular?

Arrow is more popular, ranked #1674 compared to Mayer at #1834 in the United States.

What do Mayer and Arrow mean?

Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin). Arrow means "swift projectile, arrow" (Old English origin).

Are Mayer and Arrow boy or girl names?

Mayer is primarily a boy name. Arrow is primarily a boy name.

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